Sodium Channel Blockers
Description
  A class of drugs that act by inhibition of sodium influx through cell membranes. Blockade of sodium channels slows the rate and amplitude of initial rapid depolarization, reduces cell excitability, and reduces conduction velocity.
Synonyms
  Channel Blockers, Sodium
Potassium Sparing Diuretics
Diuretics, Potassium Sparing
Parents
  Cardiovascular Agents
Membrane Transport Modulators
See Also
  Anti-Arrhythmia Agents
Examples
  Amiloride
Encainide
Tetrodotoxin
Tocainide
Experts
  KEITH ELMSLIE
Tree Numbers
  D27.505.519.562.750
D27.505.954.411.720
MeSH ID
  D026941

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